Comparison

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro vs dRIP for DJs

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

Analyze sound frequencies in real-time with this powerful tool. It offers detailed octave band analysis, FFT plots, and various measurement scales. Supports multiple microphones and noise analysis features for accurate audio insights.

Highlights
  • Octave Band Real Time Analyzer
  • FFT Plot (Fast Fourier Transform)
  • Sound level meter (dB meter)
  • Noise Rating and Noise Criterion support
  • Support for external microphones
  • Pre-calibrated mic profiles
Features
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Audio Spectrum Analyzer is a powerful real-time audio analysis app. Full of features yet very simple to use. Sound level meter (db meter a-weighted, noise rating, noise criterion) included. Feature Highlights: • Octave Band Real Time Analyzer • FFT Plot (Fast Fourier Transform) • Linear and logarithm scales • Up to 16384 FFT size • A lot of available window functions • Tracking for max value • Max and Min for any selected frequency • Stunned graphics • Reliable measurement accuracy with pre-calibrated profiles for 3 device-integrated mics • Additional precision with integrated support and pre-calibrated profiles for AirPods, AirPods Pro • Safer measurements using the Airpods Pro noise cancellation feature • Support for external microphones (wired or via Bluetooth) • Noise Rating and Noise Criterion support And many many more... Terms of Use: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/94359518

About

dRIP for DJs

This app helps DJs and producers identify low-quality audio files using advanced spectral analysis. Visually inspect your music library on the go to ensure all tracks are club-ready and free from upscaled rips.

Highlights
  • Precision spectral analysis
  • Share sheet integration
  • Batch file inspection
  • Detailed metadata readouts
  • Identify frequency cutoffs
  • Distinguish true lossless from fake renders
Features
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Stop Playing Low-Quality Rips. As a DJ or producer, your sound is your brand. You can’t afford to play a "high-quality" track that’s actually an upscaled, low-bitrate rip. dRIP provides the technical clarity you need to ensure every file in your library is club-ready. Whether you are digging through new promos or cleaning up your Rekordbox library, dRIP gives you visual certainty - on the go. Using advanced spectral analysis, you can identify frequency cutoffs and distinguish between a true lossless file and a fake "320kbps" render in seconds. Core Features: Precision Spectral Analysis: View high-resolution spectrograms to see the exact frequency range of your audio. Share Sheet Integration: dRIP straight from the iOS Share Sheet. Inspect files directly from your browser, cloud storage, or messaging apps without opening the main app. Batch Inspection: Save time by inspecting multiple files at once. Perfect for vetting large downloads or new record pool hauls. Designed for Professionals: Built with a focus on both aesthetic and function by DERMANO, specifically for DJs, producers, and audiophiles. Detailed Metadata: Get instant readouts on sample rates, bit depth, file size, and channel configurations. Why dRIP? In an era of WhatAapp and Telegram DJ pools quality varies wildly. Don't let a 16kHz cutoff ruin a high-end sound system. dRIP is the essential tool for the modern technical DJ. -DERMANO

Screenshots

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro4 screens
dRIP for DJs3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: dRIP for DJs at 100% against Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro's 57%. dRIP for DJs also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro's advantage is ratings volume (238 vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. dRIP for DJs asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

dRIP for DJs holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro has 238 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of dRIP for DJs's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro versus dRIP for DJs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudio Spectrum Analyzer ProdRIP for DJs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (238 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings238 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVlad PolyanskiyJohn Dermody

Customer experience

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

All ratings238 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral4.6%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews183 reviews
Positive57.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative35.5%

dRIP for DJs

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App crashes on iOS 16 and iOS 26 launches
  • FFT resolution not working after iOS updates
  • Graph display freezes or becomes unresponsive
  • Spectrograph mode too slow on newer iPhones
  • Frequency alignment issues with dynamic display
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  • App won't uninstall properly
  • Malware warnings appearing
  • Help links and support pages broken/dead
  • Incorrect dB level readings (off by ~20dB)
  • Recording functions non-functional
  • Half black screen in certain orientations

Requested features

11 requests
  • Audio file upload capability
  • White noise/test signal generator
  • Microphone calibration file support
  • Recording functionality with timestamp
  • Multiple frequency cursors for comparison
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  • Ability to compare before/after curves
  • Adjustable dB level zoom/scaling
  • Saved settings and personalizations
  • Audio Unit (AUV3) plugin support
  • Peak hold reset button
  • Time-domain recording in spectrograph mode

dRIP for DJs

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Mode7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Pack$29.99
None

dRIP for DJs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro free?
Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is dRIP for DJs free?
dRIP for DJs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro or dRIP for DJs?
dRIP for DJs is rated higher. Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro averages 4.4 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while dRIP for DJs averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro or dRIP for DJs have ads?
Neither Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro nor dRIP for DJs shows ads.

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